Program Manager

Preting Consulting - Arlington, VA

Full-time - Manager

Arlington, VA

About the position

The Program Manager at Cherokee Analytics is responsible for overseeing program operations to support advanced analytic capabilities for intelligence analysts within the Defense Intelligence Enterprise. This role requires a strong background in program management, effective communication skills, and the ability to manage a large team while ensuring that production schedules are met and resources are utilized efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Manages program operations to ensure production schedules are met and system resources are utilized effectively.
• Responsible for cost, schedule, performance, and risk identification/mitigation on projects.
• Coordinates resolutions to production-related problems.
• Provides direct oversight and day-to-day management of contract employees across various site locations.
• Serves as the primary point of contact for all contract matters and manages the task order.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Active TS/SCI security clearance.
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in multi-functional security disciplines.
• Minimum of ten (10) years of program management experience directly managing a staff of 20+ personnel.
• Demonstrated strong ability to multi-task in performance reporting, personnel duty scheduling, recruiting, and retention.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Strong background and understanding of the DoD population through work experience directly supporting the military or DoD population.
• Bachelor's degree is highly preferred but not required.
• Certified Project Management Professional (PMP) is preferred but not required.

Nice-to-haves

• Bachelor's degree is highly preferred but not required.
• Certified Project Management Professional (PMP) is preferred but not required.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401K
• Other possible benefits as provided.